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Bauer Re-Akt Helmet Combo

The Bauer Re-Akt helmet has taken the top spot over the 9900 helmet but takes on the more sleek look of the 4500 helmet to become Bauer's best helmet on their line. Bauer has added upgraded features such as a suspended liner, advanced foams, and new size adjustment system that just add more levels of features and protection when compared to any other helmet.The Bauer Re-Akt helmet has a Suspend-Tech Liner system which means when the helmet takes an impact from any angle the suspended liner stays with the head to keep the pads in the proper place where they can do their job. While the suspend liner stays with the head the shell and interior liner of the helmet rotate to absorb and deflect the impact. By the Re-Akt helmet taking on it's literal name and reacting to the hit, this greatly reduces the brain from excess movement that can be very dangerous. The Re-Akt helmet also features PORON XRD, this foam is very lightweight, flexible, breathable, and dissolves any serious force on impact. The use of PORON XRD and Suspend-Tech liner are used in the two key areas of the helmet that receive the most impact, for the other parts of the helmet that is not proven to take majority of the impact Bauer used Vertex foam. When compared Vertex foam has the same density as EPP foam but is lighter and provides improved impact protection.Bauer still offers the same tool free adjustment but this time they changed it up a bit. The Re-Akt now has a 3.0 Optical Lock that is a single adjustment located on the center back of the helmet. To use you just lift up the tap and slide the adjustment piece to fit your noggin and youre ready to go. Also for comfort Bauer uses memory foam like padding that fits snugly to the head while providing optimum comfort. Lastly, for the stink Bauer installed Microban antibacterial protection to resist odors and mildew.Youll enjoy the latest comfort, style, and protection with the Bauer Re-Akt helmet. The game of hockey is quick, you have to on top of your game and so does your equipment, and the Re-Akt helmet does just that.
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2 out of 3(67%)reviewers would recommend this product to a friend.
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Customer Reviews for Re-Akt Helmet Combo
Review 1 for Re-Akt Helmet Combo
Date:2/26/13
Overall Rating
5 out of 5
5 out of 5
Comfort
5 out of 5
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Design
5 out of 5
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Durability
5 out of 5
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Features
5 out of 5
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Performance
5 out of 5
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Protection
5 out of 5
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Value
5 out of 5
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Size: 
Runs Small
Small
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Weight: 
Very Light
Heavy
Light
HockeyMom2
Skill Level: Intermediate
Frequency: 2-5 times per week
Great Protection
Pros: Quality, Easy to use, Features
Cons: Expensive, tight in temples
My son plays all out and with this helmet, I know he has the best protection I could find
Review 2 for Re-Akt Helmet Combo
Overall Rating
2 out of 5
2 out of 5
Comfort
2 out of 5
2 out of 5
Design
3 out of 5
3 out of 5
Durability
5 out of 5
5 out of 5
Features
2 out of 5
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Performance
5 out of 5
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Protection
5 out of 5
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Value
3 out of 5
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Size: 
Runs Large
Small
Large
Weight: 
Extremely Light
Heavy
Light
Drowsy
Location:Chicago, il
Skill Level: Intermediate
Frequency: 2-5 times per week
Gender: male
Interest: Ice Hockey
Best Description: Player
Not what you might expect...
Pros: Quality
Cons: Difficult to use
While this helmet provides excellent protection, the fit is all together different than any and all of the previous helmets from Bauer. And not in a good way, respectively. For those who bought the 9500 and regretted it, the reasons why were addressed with the 9900 in short order, meaning a helmet that fit a fairly wide array of head shapes. And easily adjusted to do so...my guess would be that this will see a quick follow up in the line to address the awkward fit.
I own the 9900 but wanted something with more secure padding, the adhesive is breaking down from sweat. The helmet that most addressed this while keeping to a more universal fit, and agreed upon by those with me while trying them on was the reebok 11k.
Bummer.... I really like the 9900 and was looking forward to the new kid on the block.
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Review 3 for Re-Akt Helmet Combo
Overall Rating
5 out of 5
5 out of 5
Comfort
5 out of 5
5 out of 5
Design
5 out of 5
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Durability
5 out of 5
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Features
5 out of 5
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Performance
5 out of 5
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Protection
5 out of 5
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Value
5 out of 5
5 out of 5
Weight: 
Light
Heavy
Light
Snapple
Location:Des Moines
Skill Level: Intermediate
Frequency: 2-5 times per week
Gender: male
Interest: Ice Hockey
Best Description: Player
The new standard for helmets
Pros: Helped improve my game, Great value, Quality, Easy to use, Features
Cons: Expensive
Comments: My original helmet was never very comfortable, and I suspected the protection wasn't the greatest either. Decided to upgrade, so I did some research on the Bauer Reakt. It seemed like it had a lot of great features, so I went for it. Now, I'll preface this by saying I've only worn it twice, but WOW - what a difference from my old CCM! So comfortable and a breeze to adjust. I especially like the occipital 3.0 feature. It's so easy, you can do a quick adjust while sitting on the bench, waiting for your next shift! The memory foam is not just marketing hype - it really works! Again, I've only worn it in a couple of games, but I can feel it getting more comfortable with each use. I bought the helmet/cage combo - definitely great sight lines with the cage. I never feel like there's a blind spot and the titanium cage is very light.
Overall, a wonderful helmet. They say that skates are the most important equipment, but the helmet has to be a close second place. Highly recommended!